YOU DECIDE, WE MAKE
We take great pride in what we do, which includes handling and forging from raw stock, to grinding, to even in house heat treatment. Leather sheaths for our custom knives are made by hand in house! We also love to use and show off local woods that are indigenous to Zimbabwe. Below is an example of some Rhodesian Teak, baikiaea plurijuga, which was used on a folding knife. From raw wood to finished knife!
CUSTOM FOLDING KNIFE
This is a knife built from the ground up around your preferences and nothing else. You choose the blade shape, locking system, steel type, handle material and overall look before the build even begins. From clean working finishes to detailed collector pieces, every part of the knife is made to reflect how you will carry and use it.
CUSTOM KNIFE – 5″ BLADE
A full custom fixed blade designed around your exact requirements. Choose your blade profile, steel, grind style, handle shape, scale material and sheath setup to create something built specifically for your hand and your work. No templates. No standard options pretending to be custom.
DAMASCUS KNIFE – 5″ BLADE
Hand forged Damascus steel with patterns formed through heat, pressure and layered carbon steel. Every knife is individually designed with your choice of blade shape, Damascus pattern, handle material and carry setup, making no two builds exactly alike. Built as a working knife first, with the character of a one off piece.
METAL TYPES
We specialise in a range of metals for our blades. While these are only a few of our most popular metal types we can discuss more options for your custom build.
DAMASCUS - HIGH LAYER COUNT
A more subtle Damascus finish with softer layering and less visual separation between the steels in their many layers. The pattern is still there, but quieter and more understated without losing the character of forged Damascus. Built for people who appreciate detail without needing the blade to demand attention.
STAINLESS STEEL
Built for reliability in wet conditions and daily carry with less maintenance required. Stainless steel resists rust and corrosion while still holding a strong working edge through regular use. Clean, durable and practical for people who want performance without extra upkeep.
DAMASCUS - LOW LAYER COUNT
Bold patterning with deep dark lines and bright steel layered through the blade. The contrast is created during the forging and acid etching process, giving every knife a more aggressive and visible finish. Chosen by people who want the craftsmanship to stand out immediately in hand and in light.
HIGH CARBON STEEL
Simple, proven steel made for edge retention, toughness and ease of sharpening. It develops wear marks and patina over time which gives the knife its own character through use. Requires more care than stainless steel but rewards it with a harder working edge and a more traditional feel. Techniques such as differential heat treatment can be used to create hamons.
